Senior Graphics Engineer (Game Development)

TL;DR

Senior Graphics Engineer (Game Development): Develop and optimize graphics systems and rendering pipelines for cross-platform games with an accent on visual fidelity and efficient rendering. Focus on extending graphics tools, maintaining engine knowledge, and applying advanced graphics techniques and optimizations.

Location: Hybrid position based in Austin, TX or Irvine, CA, United States

Salary: $110,000–$120,000 per year (specific to Southern California, final offer may vary)

Company

hirify.global is an independent game development studio partnering with developers and publishers to create quality games, prioritizing a collaborative and proactive work environment.

What you will do

• Contribute to visual fidelity and efficient rendering of cross-platform titles
• Extend graphics-related systems and tools to meet game requirements
• Maintain knowledge of engine and tools pipeline to identify and communicate graphics pipeline issues
• Communicate updates and concerns effectively to management
• Keep skills and knowledge current with industry innovations
• Perform other duties to meet company or department objectives

Requirements

• Location: Must be based in or near Austin, TX or Irvine, CA (hybrid work)
• 6+ years programming experience in game development
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field
• Experience with Unreal Engine graphics (UE4, UE5)
• Strong C and C++ programming and debugging skills
• Knowledge of graphics algorithms, hardware, shading languages (HLSL, GLSL), memory management, and multithreading

Nice to have

• 3+ years professional graphics programming experience
• Experience with PS4, XB1, or Nintendo Switch rendering
• Experience building engines or working on large-scale game titles
• Experience with Perforce and Git
• Experience implementing DirectX, OpenGL, or Vulkan rendering systems

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative, inquisitive, and proactive work environment
• Hybrid work model with campuses in Austin and Irvine
• Equal Opportunity Employer with inclusive policies